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New Apartments in Rafal Nou — Locals Demand the Truth About Target Buyers

Why New Apartments in Palma Raise Local Concerns

Local residents in Palma worry that new apartments will go to investors and foreign buyers instead of people who need housing.

Published: April 22, 2026
New Apartments in Rafal Nou — Locals Demand the Truth About Target Buyers

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Why are new apartments in Palma such a sensitive issue for local residents?

New housing in Palma often becomes controversial when residents fear it will not be accessible to people who already live and work on the island. In neighborhoods like Rafal Nou, locals are especially worried when developments seem aimed at foreign buyers or investors rather than families, workers, or retirees with local ties. The debate is not only about building more homes, but about who those homes are actually for.

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